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I read something today that was one of those light bulb moments for me. When I saw it, I thought, “of course.” It’s something that’s almost always overlooked by people who are searching for the perfect business, yet it’s a crucial steps in finding success. Do you know what it is?

“The single most important step in finding the perfect business for you is NOT evaluating business opportunities. No, no, no…

It’s evaluating and knowing…..”

Click here to find out what it is.

Please note (added December 29, 2008): This post is out-of-date. It orginally linked to a free offer which has expired. To top it off, this program has temporarily closed to new members. But apparently you can get on the waiting list to be notified when it re-opens, possibly in January.

Free Online Learning Event Teaches Moms About Affiliate Marketing

September 2, 2008, Portland, MI – Books, clothing, shoes, and furniture – nearly everything you can find in your local mall is available for sale online. Increasingly these sales are generated through the recommendations of a virtual sales force, a practice known as affiliate sales.

It can be an ideal income source for mothers who want to stay at home with their children and contribute to the family income, but it’s not always as easy or effortless as it sounds. Kelly McCausey, host of Work at Home Moms Talk Radio, has brought together a team of professional affiliate marketing speakers to help moms navigate the ins and outs of affiliate marketing for the Moms Affiliate Expo, an online webinar conference September 11th through 14th.

“Over the years, I’ve met a lot of moms who join affiliate programs dreaming of financial freedom,” says McCausey, “but the reality is that if you want to make more than pocket change through affiliate programs then you have to have tools in place to build your success.”

Moms Affiliate Expo brings together leaders in the field to deliver those tools and resources. The three day online conference is free to attendees and features exhibitors with affiliate programs that are especially lucrative to moms along with expert speakers who have achieved success through affiliate sales. McCausey herself supported her household and paid off her debts as a single mom through affiliate income.

“Moms Affiliate Expo is a combination of learning and networking that moms can experience from the comfort of their own homes,” says McCausey, “It’s an opportunity to find out the best ways to build an internet based business through affiliate income.”

The event is being sponsored by the popular family meal menu program, Menu Planner Central which has a generous affiliate program for moms to participate in.

While the Moms Affiliate Expo is the first of its kind, McCausey is no stranger to putting together successful online events. She’s just wrapped up the fourth season of the Hot Seminar Series, an annual online learning series for momtrepeneurs. As host of WAHM Talk Radio over the past four years, she’s helped hundreds of moms establish and grow their online enterprises.

Interested moms can register for the event at no cost at www.momsaffliateexpo.com
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Editor’s note: I have known Kelly for years and I can always count on her to provide high quality, extremely useful information and resources. She presents material in a down-to-earth, practical manner that is helpful for new and experienced Internet marketers alike. And she only aligns herself with other reputable people, so I’m sure all the expo participants offer quality resources.

Bottom line: if you are interested in learning more about affiliate marketing, participate in the Moms Affiliate Expo. It will be well worth your time.

Perhaps you are looking to start your first business. Or maybe you already have a business that just doesn’t seem like the right fit. Whether you’re thinking home-based business, brick and mortar, MLM, technology, or service business, or even if you are thinking of trying one of of those “get rich quick” programs you see on TV, there’s something you’re going to want to read before you take the next step or choose a business to pursue.

No, it’s not something you have to buy. You don’t even have to subscribe (but it’s worth subscribing).

It’s a new blog that has been created to help everyday people like you and me find that perfect business.

Recently I had the pleasure of speaking with Steve, the blog’s owner and it was one of those conversations where I just kept saying “Yes! Exactly!” So much of what Steve shared resonated with me personally and clarified why so many moms and others end up with home businesses that still leave them unsatisfied with what they’re doing.

It doesn’t have to be that way!

Steve will show you step by step exactly how to find the perfect business for you. With 38 years of business experience, he is an expert on entrepreneurship. And he reveals all of the key secrets to finding a business that will have you excited to start each day, filled with passion and purpose, having the time of your life, knowing that the business you are creating is a perfect match for you, and will deliver the fun and successful life of your dreams.

I highly recommend you go and check it out right now. Click here to learn how to start the perfect business for you.

Most people create businesses that are not right for them and that is why they ultimately fail. Don’t let this happen to you too! Be proactive and read this blog before you invest any time or money in a business venture that may not be the perfect business for you.

Please note (added December 29, 2008): This program has temporarily closed to new members, but apparently you can get on the waiting list to be notified when it re-opens, possibly in January.

The Direct Selling Women’s Alliance just released a new audio series called, “Mentored by the Masters: Proven tips and strategies for greater passion, purpose and profits.”

It’s a monthly audio series featuring industry direct sales leaders on topics including selling, sponsoring, coaching, running you business and more. In addition to the monthly CDs there is also a special website resource area for subscribers.

Get more information and subscribe to “Mentored by the Masters: Proven tips and strategies for greater passion, purpose and profits” here.

For those who have a passion for scrapbooking, making money from their hobby is a dream come true. It’s not such an absurd idea, many people are doing it and you can too.

Scrapbooking is one of the fastest growing hobby in the United States right now. Scrapbooking is used for everything from holding photos, poems, newspaper cut outs, cards and just about anything else that has sentimental value to its owner.

There are several profitable ways to make money with your love of scrapbooking and this article will show a few of them. Continue Reading

It seems that quite a few work at home moms end up joining two, or three, or four, and even five or more direct sales companies. Sometimes it’s because they get excited about a new company or product and join right away. Other times it’s because one business isn’t bringing in enough money and adding another business is an attempt to increase income.

Running multiple businesses, particularly multiple direct sales businesses, is probably not the answer. Continue Reading